As the leaves woosh through the trees in the fall, the bells ring in school. It’s that time of the year again. As school begins, many don’t look forward to it, but others see it as a fun way to learn and get involved with the community. As a sophomore, I have picked up a few hacks from teachers in terms of how to stay on top of my classes and have fun at the same time.
APUSH. Wow. It's a lot of work. But the most successful students who take this class read the book. They take notes and work a little every single day instead of cramming it in the night before the test. The tests and quizzes, for most students, cause the most stress. But, being prepared and studying a little every day will help anyone succeed. Not only will students learn about the U.S. History, they will also learn a lot about study habits and work ethic. A student will learn how to stay more organized and problem solve. This class entails a lot of writing, due to the fact that the AP exam in May is 60% writing-based. This is a challenging class, but a great class for you to expand your learning and learn more about yourself. As Martin Luther King said, “We are not makers of history, we are made of history.”
Throughout the school day, our procrastination levels go up and down, just like the graphs in Pre-calculus. Many students who succeed in this class do not procrastinate. The students who succeed complete homework and study before tests. These students are not 0 Problem-solving can lead to the development of new strategies such as organization, study habits and note taking.
Many incoming freshman are excited and nervous about being in high school. Many students look forward to having new independence, the available extracurricular activities, and much more. But, one of the more difficult classes that students are required to take at the high school is Biology. The science of life. Students who succeed tend to not get too high or too low about grades. Grades are all on the students. Only the students can say what they deserve to have written down in the gradebook. Tests are difficult, but with a lot of work outside class, many students will do well. Also, the students who participate in discussions in class will grow a better understanding of the class. Biology will push you. But, you learn so much. It is so worth the work and effort. The sweat and tears that go into this class will make you a better person and a better leader.
Finally, remember to relax and keep doing the things that you love. Studying all day is not healthy and will get you even more frustrated. These are your last four years at Saline. Make them count.
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